“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” -1 Corinthians 13:13
So many people focus on love this time of year, which makes sense with Valentine’s Day. However, “love” can be a tough subject for many. So, I’m going to focus on “love” in a different sense. I want you to truly learn to fall in love with yourself, because before you can love anyone else, you must first love yourself at the deepest level. And while this may seem easy to some, to others it is one of the hardest things ever. So where do we start, you may ask?
Know your worth
I know this seems simple, but so many truly don’t understand their worth. What I mean by this is one’s whole being–where they’re rooted. Some base their worth on their physical looks, their athleticism, their financial gain, their family name, and so many other things. But, all of these things are temporary, and if we base our worth on things that are here today and gone tomorrow, then our worth will also be fleeting. Therefore, it must be rooted in something stronger–something lasting. For me, my worth is found in Christ, for He is forever the same, Lord above all, and loves me unconditionally. He loves me for who I am, not for my performance. Knowing this, I can rest peacefully in His loving arms. In Him, I have what Joyce Meyer calls “God-confidence”. Speaking of Joyce, I highly recommend her devotional, “The Confident Woman
Surround yourself with those who build you up
In order to love yourself, you must surround yourself with those who see the best in you and build you up, not tear your down. With that being said, you want quality over quantity, and individuals who will be real with you (even when the real stuff is hard to hear). Sometimes this requires cutting people out from your life. While this isn’t easy, it’s necessary in order for you to continue to grow and to love who God made you to be. You weren’t made for negativity; you were made for more, for an incredibly abundant life. In order for you to see that, those around you must reflect that as well.
Make yourself a priority
This one is huge, and if you’re like me (one who loves others deeply and likes to make sure everyone else is happy), this can be hard. But, making yourself a priority is incredibly important. Exploring yourself and what you truly enjoy doing is vital to loving yourself for all God made you to be. So, branch out, try new things, take that relaxing bath you’ve been meaning to take, try that new restaurant, explore that new place on your bucket list. Just DO SOMETHING for YOU! And know that you are beyond worth it!
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xoxo,
miranda kay
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